Shipping and Receiving Associate II

Shipping And Receiving Associate IICadrex is searching for a Shipping and Receiving Associate II to manage shipping/receiving responsibilities as defined, to ensure accurate data entry and transactions, and product and material movement in and out of the site.Key ResponsibilitiesAbility to operate a forklift (Stand-up, and sit down), pallet jack, plastic bander and shrink wrap machineCommunicate with purchasing on what supplies are required for ordersRun and perform cycle countsEnter information into customer portalsCollaborate with Material Handlers on ensuring shipments are packaged and preparedAbility to use critical thinking skills to navigate issues that arise and assist with process improvementAssist with "pulling" and communicating with sales and production to meet shipment deadlinesOptimize shipping lanes and racks to ensure product is well organized and prepared for shipmentsThe ability to unload trucks for receivingOperate box trucks for local deliveries and building transfersAssist in training level IAssist with process improvement for the departmentOptimize material racks to ensure they are correctly labeled, well organized, and prepared for operatorsCollaborate with purchasing to define the most efficient times for product deliveryIdentify urgent material/items that need to be received first and notify appropriate departments so they can complete their tasks as soon as they are availableCommunicate with operators to identify what material/items are needed at their station dailyRun and perform cycle countsResearch transactions, when necessary, in relation to receiving, to locate items or identify issuesCross trained in both buildings to receive materials, items, and outside processingIdentify incorrect packaging from suppliers and ensure that it is communicated with quality, purchasing and/or the materials manager to pass on to the correct supplier contactPreferred Qualifications2+ years' related experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting preferredRead and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Write simple correspondenceAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimalsAbility to read and interpret prints and work ordersAttention to detail and qualityEducationHigh School DiplomaLocationOnsiteScheduleM-Th; 5:45am - 4:15pmWork EnvironmentWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.CadreX's Core ValuesSafety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thingTotal Compensation IncludesHealth/dental/vision coverageEmployer-paid and supplemental life insuranceShort- and long-term disability insuranceGenerous paid time off and holiday payMonthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%Education support programSafety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursementReferral bonusesBonus plan for all full-time employeesCadrex Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, Cadrex offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights-out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production. For more information, visit provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 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